Modern Foreign Languages

At Kirkbampton CE Primary School we endeavour to develop a love of languages through the teaching of a modern foreign language (MFL) in a fun and enjoyable way.

We aim to:

• Foster an interest in learning other languages
• Introduce young children to another language in a way that is enjoyable and fun;
• Stimulate and encourage children’s curiosity about language;
• Encourage children to be aware that language has structure and that the structure differs from one language to another
• Help the children develop their awareness of cultural differences and similarities in other countries;
• Increase their speaking and listening skills;
• Lay the foundations for future study through the development of language learning strategies
• Reinforce and expand their knowledge and understanding of their own language.

French is taught to children in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 by class teachers.